Bachelor of Arts - Amerikanistik

The American studies major allows you to examine American society through the lens of history, politics, literature and sociology. The interdisciplinary nature of the major will help you develop a rich and layered perspective of America’s past and present.

Majoring in American studies at Whitworth will connect you with excellent internship and study-abroad opportunities, immerse you in a community that desires to help you succeed, and provide you with valuable skills that you can apply to any career.

Since 1890, Whitworth has held fast to its founding mission to provide "an education of mind and heart" through rigorous intellectual inquiry guided by dedicated Christian scholars. Recognized as one of the top regional colleges and universities in the West, Whitworth University has more than 3,000 students. It offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. In recent years, Whitworth has enjoyed record levels of student enrollment and retention, the strongest financial position in the university's history, and increased external visibility.

Whitworth University's 200-acre campus of red-brick buildings and tall pines offers a beautiful, inviting and secure learning environment. More than $140 million in campus improvements have been made in recent years.

In all of its endeavours, Whitworth seeks to advance its founder's mission of equipping students to "honour God, follow Christ and serve humanity."